Announcing the Dawn of a New Movement
At its core, the nonpartisan movement aims to strengthen ties between the American Diaspora and Israel. Americans for Ben-Gurion University opens its arms to those who believe the world is simply better off with Israel in it.
A Tour of BGU’s Innovations
A Mother Nature Network blogger rounds up the most impressive green tech innovations coming out of BGU and Israel, including a fine desert merlot and electric cars.
The Dead Sea and Sinkholes
As the water level of the Dead Sea continues to drop dramatically, questions arise as to why dangerous sinkholes are surfacing around the sea's periphery.
An Impressive Green Campus
Jim Motavalli shares his observations of BGU on his Car Talk blog, impressed with not only its research on driver and pedestrian safety, but also with the University's emphasis…
Tech Ingenuity Helps Desert Bloom with Produce
BGU’s Dr. Naftali Lazarovitch combines modern technology with agricultural innovations to grow fruits and vegetables in the desert.
Bringing Clean Water Innovations to the World
BGU Prof. Robert Marks is working with international researchers in Singapore to develop clean water technologies.
Philanthropist Larry Goodman Pledges $3 Million for BGU’s Open Apartments Program
Through the years, the Lillian and Larry Goodman Foundation has supported BGU's Open Apartments Program and recently pledged an additional $3 million to ensure the program’s sustainability and growth.…
Ninety Percent of Firefighters Exhibit Symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
A new study on the prevalence of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) among firefighters in Israel indicates that approximately 90 percent show some form of full or partial symptoms.
New Blood Test for Early Cancer Detection Developed by Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Researchers
A simple blood test is being developed by researchers at BGU and Soroka University Medical Center in Beer-Sheva, Israel that may provide early detection of many types of cancer.
My Israeli Valentine
BGU researcher delves into the world of cross-cultural dating in Israel, noting the different and sometimes confusing social norms American immigrants often experience.